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Hungarian Nut Roll Cookies Recipe – Hungarian Special

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Hungarian Nut Roll Cookies Recipe – Hungarian Special

Looking for a delightful holiday treat? Hungarian Nut Roll Cookies are small, buttery pastries filled with a rich walnut filling, a hint of cinnamon, and a touch of honey. The soft dough—made with sour cream, egg, and vanilla—wraps around the filling, then bakes into tender, flaky bites. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar, these cookies offer a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Perfect for special occasions or gifting, they pair beautifully with coffee or tea.

  • Prep Time30 min
  • Cook Time12 min
  • Perform Time2 hr
  • Total Time2 hr 42 min

For the Dough:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup ground walnuts
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • 2 tbsp milk

For Topping:

  • 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Prepare the Dough:

1

In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.

2

Add butter and mix until crumbly.

3

Stir in sour cream, egg, and vanilla, then knead into a soft dough.

4

Wrap and chill for 1 hour.

Make the Filling:

5

Mix ground walnuts, sugar, honey, cinnamon, and milk in a bowl.

Assemble the Cookies:

6

Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into small squares or circles.

7

Place a small amount of filling in the center and roll up like mini logs.

8

Brush with beaten egg.

Bake:

9

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

10

Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.

Serve:

11

Let cool and dust with powdered sugar.

Recipe Notes:

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